Finding EXTRAordinary in the Ordinary

Hospital Partner

Grandview Medical Center is named one of the Nation’s Top Performers on Key Quality Measures by The Joint Commission. It is located in Birmingham, AL and sees an annual volume of more than 41,000 visits.

Patient Outcome

Brittany saw the patient in triage, recognizing symptoms of a potential aortic dissection. After arranging for immediate testing confirming the dissection, he went directly from the ED to the OR for emergency surgery. After a 10-day hospital stay, the patient was discharged home, alive and well.

Extraordinary Care

Brittany assessed this patient in triage. While talking with the patient, Brittany identified concerning signs of an aortic dissection. Despite the bustling activity in the ED, Brittany quickly arranged for an accelerated workup, including IV placement, labs and prompt CT, coordinating with the radiology department. Recognizing the critical nature of the situation, Brittany ensured the patient was immediately directed to CT from triage, prioritizing their imaging study, as any delay could result in a devastating outcome. Brittany’s decisive actions undoubtedly saved this individual’s life by expediting his care.

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ApolloMD is entirely owned by our physicians, advanced practice clinicians, and key business team members. We started in 1983 by partnering with a nonprofit health system, and we are proud of our history as a completely private, independent group for the last four decades. We have never accepted outside ownership.